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Gengar Mega is a Ghost/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I, which gains its Mega Evolution in Generation VI.

Type: Ghost / Poison

Abilities:

• Shadow Tag: Prevents opposing Pokémon from fleeing or switching out in battle.

Physical Characteristics:

• Gengar Mega becomes more menacing and spectral compared to its base form.
• It has a streamlined, dark purple body with a large mouth and a sinister grin showing its sharp teeth.
• Its eyes are a piercing red, adding to its intimidating presence.
• The back features several spikes, and it appears as though it is partially sinking into the ground, enhancing its ghostly appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Gengar Mega, like its base form, is known to dwell in urban areas and dark places such as caves and abandoned buildings.
• It enjoys playing pranks and often lurks in the shadows, waiting to scare unsuspecting individuals.
• It is highly mischievous and utilizes its ghostly abilities to manipulate its surroundings.

In Battle:

• Gengar Mega is a formidable special attacker with high Speed and Special Attack stats.
• Its ability, Shadow Tag, is invaluable in competitive battles, preventing enemies from escaping.
• Notable moves include Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, and Focus Blast, which capitalize on its strengths.
• It is particularly effective against Psychic and Fairy types but should be cautious of Ground, Ghost, and Dark-type moves.

Evolution:

• Mega Evolution is a temporary transformation that Gengar undergoes during battle when it holds the Gengarite.
• Gengar evolves from Haunter when traded, and Haunter evolves from Gastly starting at level 25.

Interesting Facts:

• Gengar Mega was first introduced in Pokémon X and Y when Mega Evolutions were unveiled.
• Its design is inspired by classic ghostly figures and is often associated with the concept of shadows and illusions.
• The Mega Evolution increases Gengar's offensive power significantly, making it a popular choice in competitive play.
• Gengar is known for its close relationship with the moon and is said to emerge during full moon nights, adding to its eerie mystique.

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TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

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• Red: Under a full moon, this Pokémon likes to mimicthe shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
• Blue: Under a full moon, this Pokémon likes to mimicthe shadows of people and laugh at their fright.
• Yellow: A GENGAR is close by if you feel a sudden chill.It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
• Gold: It steals heat from its surround­ ings. If you feela sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
• Silver: To steal the life of its target, it slips into theprey's shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
• Crystal: Hiding in people's shadows at night, it absorbs theirheat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
• Ruby: Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you.It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
• Sapphire: Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you.It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
• Emerald: Deep in the night, your shadow cast by a streetlight may suddenly overtake you. It is actually a GENGAR running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
• Firered: It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
• Leafgreen: On the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be GENGAR’s doing.
• Diamond: It hides in shadows. It is said that if GENGAR is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees F.
• Pearl: Lurking in the shadowy corners of rooms, it awaits chances to steal its prey’s life force.
• Platinum: The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a GENGAR delighting in casting curses on people.
• Heartgold: It steals heat from its surroundings. If you feel a sudden chill, it is certain that a GENGAR appeared.
• Soulsilver: To steal the life of its target, it slips into the prey’s shadow and silently waits for an opportunity.
• Black: The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
• White: The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
• Black-2: The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
• White-2: The leer that floats in darkness belongs to a Gengar delighting in casting curses on people.
• X: It hides in shadows. It is said that if Gengar is hiding, it cools the area by nearly 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Y: Hiding in people’s shadows at night, it absorbs their heat. The chill it causes makes the victims shake.
• Omega-Ruby: Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Sometimes, on a dark night, your shadow thrown by a streetlight will suddenly and startlingly overtake you. It is actually a Gengar running past you, pretending to be your shadow.
• Sun: Should you feel yourself attacked by a sudden chill, it is evidence of an approaching Gengar. There is no escaping it. Give up.
• Moon: It apparently wishes for a traveling companion. Since it was once human itself, it tries to create one by taking the lives of other humans.
• Ultra-Sun: You can hear tales told all over the world about how Gengar will pay a visit to children who are naughty.
• Ultra-Moon: Even your home isn’t safe. Gengar will lurk in whatever dark corner of a room it can find and wait for its chance to catch its prey.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: A Gengar is close by if you feel a sudden chill. It may be trying to lay a curse on you.
• Sword: On the night of a full moon, if shadows move on their own and laugh, it must be Gengar’s doing.
• Shield: It is said to emerge from darkness to steal the lives of those who become lost in mountains.
• Legends-Arceus: Possesses potential victims' shadows in an effort to steal away the victims' lives. If your shadow begins to laugh, you must take hold of a protective charm posthaste!

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